We are supporting a private equity backed business services company with £45m annual revenue on a strong growth trajectory. The business is continuing to scale through a mix of organic growth and strategic expansion, and now requires a hands-on Qualified Management Accountant to support the Finance Controller and wider finance team during a period of change.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a key interim role responsible for delivering accurate management reporting and maintaining strong financial control across the group. It would suit a driven, detail-oriented accountant who is confident working in a PE-backed environment and able to operate independently.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Preparation of monthly management accounts including journals, accruals and prepayments
- Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control ownership
- Overseeing supplier invoice processing and approval workflows
- Preparation and submission of VAT/GST and ONS returns
- Support with year-end audit, working closely with external auditors
- Assist with corporation tax analysis and PSA preparation
- Work with the FC to drive process improvements and strengthen controls
About You
You’ll be a proactive and commercially aware accountant with strong technical grounding and a methodical approach to problem solving. You will bring energy and ownership to a fast-moving PE-backed environment.
Ideal Profile:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- 2–3 years’ post-qualified experience in industry
- Strong month-end, reporting and financial control background
- PE-backed business or multisite/services experience beneficial
- Advanced Excel skills and solid accounting systems experience
- Able to work remotely with strong communication and self-management